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Afraid to Exercise...

Start with your Breathing

A completely free, private, 1-on-1 breathing challenge designed exclusively for individuals with physical challenges, chronic illness, or limited mobility.

Traditional Exercise Wasn't Built For Us.

If you live with a physical challenge, the idea of starting an "exercise program" can feel incredibly daunting. You are not making excuses, you are protecting yourself.  You might be... 

  • afraid of getting hurt or pushing yourself too hard

  • worried that you may make your condition worse

  • protecting your energy, you don't want to drain yourself  

  • feeling left behind in group classes that don't accommodate

    • You Don't Need A Difficult Workout, You Need A Safe Place To Start.

    Welcome to my "launchpad"... a 5-Day Breathing Challenge.  I am bypassing the gym, weights, equipment and cardio to focus on the safest, zero-impact tool that you possess - Your Breathing.  You are already breathing all of the time, so let's take advantage and build on it.
    Proper breathing can manage pain, restore energy, calm your nervous system, massage your organs and engage your core without stressing your body.

    Why this Challenge is different...

  • 100% Private - We meet 1-on-1 via Zoom. No Groups. No Comparing.

  • Zero Impact - You can do this seated, lying down, or in whatever position you feel safe and comfortable.

  • Low Commitment - Just 30 minutes a day for 5 days.

  • Fully Tailored - Because we are meeting privately, I adapt every technique to your body's capabilities.

    • I'm Frank, And I Get It Because I Live It.

    I struggle with FSHD... Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.  FSHD is a specific type of muscular dystrophy.  It is a rare, degenerative muscle disease, a genetic mutation that can be passed from generation to generation. FSHD causes progressive muscle loss and weakness. It affects one-in-8000 people. The symptoms can be mild or severe. There currently is no cure or approved therapies for the treatment of FSHD

    "I joke that I wrestle with a bag of groceries and the groceries usually win."

    Living with FSHD presents daily challenges to tasks that most people take for granted. Some daily tasks often require significant planning and effort. Walking is tiring, climbing stairs is my latest challenge. I wear a leg brace to prevent falls. Lifting objects (like a bag of groceries) is a challenge as the muscles in the shoulders, upper arms and core are weak. Facial muscles are impacted, making it hard to close my eyes, and for others, it's  hard to even smile. I can’t leave out the constant mental adjustments needed to find alternative ways to accomplish simple daily tasks like washing my hair or reaching a cup on a shelf. I lose my balance for no apparent reason, and I am "that person" who takes the elevator to go one floor.

    Why Breathing?

    I started practicing Kung Fu long before I ever heard of FSHD. Along the way I also learned Qigong and started practicing Tai Chi. When I was diagnosed with FSHD these practices became my daily routine. I believe they help me fight back against the disease.

    I practice my forms and breathing exercises everyday...
    and that's what this 5 Day Breathing Challenge is all about... breathing.  It's a safe, gentle place for you to start.

    Here's How The

    5 Day Challenge Works

    • Step 1: Schedule your Meeting

      • We will do a quick assessment.

    • Step 2: Start the Challenge

      • We start 1-on-1  ASAP depending on YOUR schedule

    • Step 3: 5 Days - 5 Unique Challenges

      • I build YOUR challenge based on YOUR abilities.

    Ready to take your first safe step?

    Because these are private, 1-on-1 sessions, I only have a limited number of spots available each week.

    Fill out the form to claim yours.

    Testimonials

    "Inspiring and Impactful"

    ""His dedication to helping others with FSHD (muscular dystrophy) fight back against their daily struggles is evident in the carefully designed exercises he shares.

    June

    Massachusetts

    "I am so appreciative"

    "Frank has a great knack for identifying the need for different learning styles.  This is extremely important when working with individuals with a chronic, debilitating, progressive muscle wasting disease."

    Ranae

    Washington

    "Stronger than when I started"

    " I am challenged both physically and mentally in performing the strength training. I feel much stronger and confident than I did when I started.

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    Susan

    North Carolina

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